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I have a bachelor of Public Administration degree from Golden Gate University. Much of my working life has been spent working to improve the lives of folks struggling to overcome economics and social barriers. As a member of the management staff at Social

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Politics, News & Issues > News (Other) The importance of seeking a balance in positive news to combat the negative: 1 of 113
A few weeks ago, a local news anchorman admitted being dismayed by the onslaught of bad news the station reported and made an appeal for locals to send in positive stories. He was inundated with responses. There are many positive stories out there; however station officials are making a deliberate decision to report the negat... More..
Relationships & Family > Family Life Learning to take responsibility for your own behavior: 1 of 69
Probably the most difficult critique one will ever make is that of self. Everyone tends to see himself or herself quite differently than what others see and for that reason; any annoying habits have to be literally tossed in their faces before they will fess up and take remedial actions. That is one of the reasons everyone ne... More..
Creative Writing > Novel Excerpts Novel excerpts: When life fell apart: 1 of 62
PROLOGUE Malcolm sighed as he looked at the stack of bills before him They were about $300 short and he had no idea how or where they would get the additional money without touching their precious savings. The last time he checked they had just about $5,000. Bright morn... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Economic Values The importance of money: 1 of 61
Money is important, but it should be seen and used for what it is, "a medium of exchange." When folks make money their master and will do just about anything to obtain it, then it does become the proverbial root of all evil. But acquiring wealth does not necessarily equate to evil, it's the individual who may use it for evil ... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Loving you: 1 of 60
A stranger you are not to me, because time has gone between us;I've loved you, but I knew it could not last.Once I sought to savor your lips, to allow our passion to take us to paradise,where all hurts and regrets are in the past.But I cannot forget your name I dreamed of us on many lonely nightswhere we rode the sea's silver... More..
Food & Drink > Recipes (Other) Recipes: Inexpensive meals: 1 of 59
Recipes and Inexpensive IngredientsIf you are looking for delicious and nutritious recipes, below are several websites that offer not only inexpensive recipes, but also provide healthy and tasty ones.Campbell soup has a plethora of recipes with all the ingredients costing no more than $10. Families will not only find recipes ... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Remembering: 5 of 267
Yesterday's Memories Years ago when hopes and dreams were many, it was a time we fulfilled many clients' needs. We fought for families and served them well we rejoiced when many even went on to succeed. The years came and went much too quickly, and one-by-one we reluctantly say our goodbyes. The agency and programs names h... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Religious: 3 of 156
COME WALK WITH MECome walk with me along this path to lightWhile I bare the contents of my soul,Revealing scars of wounds long since healedWhen I basked in unfettered freedom to do.Making mistakes through consequential omissions.Come walk with me along this path to freedom,While I hold tenaciously to this belief of I CAN,Turn... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Motivation: 1 of 39
"You have a beautiful face." Cindy had heard these comments all her life from well meaning folks. The same folks who never bothered looking below her pretty neck to her hulking size 16 body. Each time someone complimented her flawless skin, her enormous and seductive eyes, she would feel her sense of defeatism further entrenc... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Social Values & Norms Is 40 really the new 30?: 3 of 115
It's amazing the length some baby boomers will go to retain that last infinitesimal vestige of youth. It was on the Oprah Winfrey show that I first heard about the retrogressive theory of aging. Oprah had turned 50 and felt the need to express repeatedly how terrific she felt. She declared indisputably, before her huge televi... More..